Koi Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

About Koi

The Koi is a variety of carp especially popular in ornamental gardens in Japan, where they are a symbol of good fortune. In Buddhist culture, the koi is associated with courage. Being one letter away from trendy Kai boosts its prospects as one of the new unique unisex names.

Koi for boys#3061 US

In Buddhist culture, the koi is associated with courage. Being one letter away from trendy Kai boosts its prospects as a cool unisex name.

Pronounced KOY.

As of October 2026, Koi ranked #2207 in US births in 2025 SSA.

Popularity & trends

US popularity — history

US rank, lower is more popular · SSA data 2014–2025

Girls #2,207

Boys #3,061

20142025

18802025

Data table

Year	US rank · girls	Births · girls	US rank · boys	Births · boys
2014	—	0	#3,273	34
2015	—	0	#4,479	22
2016	—	0	#3,935	27
2017	—	0	#4,045	26
2018	#4,407	32	#3,337	34
2019	#4,302	33	#3,079	39
2020	#4,123	34	#2,678	47
2021	#2,619	66	#2,516	53
2022	#3,623	43	#2,259	64
2023	#2,475	72	#2,458	55
2024	#3,026	54	#2,685	49
2025	#2,207	84	#3,061	40